Eli’s recent Caps update reminds us that tonight is the start of tryouts for the Capitals’ much maligned Spirit Squad. As you may recall, hockey fans were outraged when the Caps first advertised for the squad, causing owner Ted Leonsis to say that revenue was the main reason the squad was created. Over at On Frozen Blog, the OFB Team posts this update on the current shape of the Squad:The squad has experienced quite a…

Everywhere from here to Vancouver, hockey fans are jumping up and down and screaming over the Caps’ new Spirit Squad. The Caps posted a want ad on Saturday and by Sunday team owner Ted Leonsis had publicly responded to fan outcry. Leonsis reassured fans that the Spirit Squad will be tastefully clad and perform in a manner that won’t offend anyone. Meanwhile, in addition to this public assurance, A View From The Cheap Seats…